Tue, Jan 25, 2011
The Device Will Become Operational In 2012
A contract has been signed between AgustaWestland and Rega,
the Swiss SAR and EMS provider, for the supply of a
state-of-the-art advanced simulator to meet the training
requirements for Rega's new fleet of Da Vinci and GrandNew light
twin helicopters. The simulator, designed and produced by
AgustaWestland in Sesto Calende in Italy, will become operational
in 2012 and is planned to be located adjacent to Zurich Airport in
Switzerland.
"This contract for an advanced simulator will help Rega not only
maximize the operational capabilities of its helicopters but also
contribute to its ongoing commitment to safety and excellence,"
said AgustaWestland Senior Vice President Training John
Ponsonby after the signing. "We have had a long and successful
partnership with Rega and we are delighted to see that partnership
continuing and growing with this contract."
Rega SAR Da Vinci
AgustaWestland will provide Rega with a Level 3 Flight Training
Device / Level B Full Flight Simulator featuring a GrandNew light
twin helicopter with IFR cockpit to offer VFR/IFR single and dual
pilot flight and mission specific training. The simulator will help
familiarise pilots with the latest technology found in the GrandNew
cockpit, which features Flight-Logic Synthetic Vision EFIS
(Electronic Flight Instrument System) with a FMS (Flight Management
System), HTAWS (Helicopter Terrain Awareness Warning System), HITS
(Highway In The Sky) and embedded flight recording functions. Under
the contract AgustaWestland will also provide technical support and
assistance in maintaining the device.
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